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SYNC Cut Resistant Leggings

Hello VARA Members!

We’re excited to share our partnership with SYNC Performance, VARA’s Vermont Cup sponsor. As part of this partnership, SYNC is offering VARA members an exclusive discount code on their cut-resistant performance wear.

SYNC has also put together a helpful article on cut-resistant base layers and the rules and requirements every ski racer should know as we head into the season.

Check out the article below, take advantage of the member discount, and thanks to SYNC for supporting VARA and Vermont ski racing!

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Cut-Resistant Gear: What VARA Families Should Know

From SYNC Performance, proud sponsor of the Vermont Cup

There's a lot of talk this season about cut-resistant gear, so here's the quick rundown.

What's changing?

Starting this season, FIS requires cut-resistant base layers at FIS Alpine races, including NorAm, Europa Cup, college, and Masters events. If your athlete is racing FIS this winter, cut protection is now part of the kit.

Why it matters:

Ski edges are sharp, and in a crash they can cause serious cuts, especially to the legs. Cut-resistant fabric is built to stop or slow an edge before it reaches the skin.

What does "FIS-legal" mean?

Rated at least 3 stars under the FIS-DITF 2021 standard (an independent lab test of how well the fabric holds up to a blade)
Covers from the hip down to the top of the boot, which is why most cut-resistant base layers are 3/4 length
Has an official FIS label on it. Look for the label and the star rating, not just the words "cut-resistant"

Racing juniors? It's not required, but it's a good idea

Cut-resistant base layers aren't mandatory for most junior racing yet, but the risk from a sharp edge is the same at any age
Young racers crash a lot (that's how they learn!), so the extra protection goes a long way
Kids who move up to FIS racing will need it anyway, and getting used to it early makes it feel normal
A good one just feels like a warm base layer under the speed suit, so there's really no downside

SYNC's Elite Cut Resistant Base Layer. Our new Elite base layer is FIS 3-star certified in every size, and it's made to feel like any other warm base layer, with a seamless, stretchy knit that moves with you. It comes in:

Elite Adult: $399, unisex S–XL
Elite Junior: $349, youth 10/12 and 12/14

VARA Member Deal (good through June 30, 2027)